Food & Receipts

Why use ordinary pumpkin pie spice when you can up the ante with your own homemade chai spice? The maple syrup pairs so well with the pumpkin and this warming spice blend. Try substituting old-fashioned rolled oats, pecans, walnuts or even white chocolate chips for the pepitas topping. —Debra Keil, Owasso, Oklahoma,Ingredients1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup whole wheat...

This luscious pumpkin bread with maple syrup glaze is well worth the occasional splurge. When we first discovered how fantastic it is, I made four loaves on three separate occasions in just over a week! —Jaleen Burkholder, Waterloo, New York,Ingredients1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1/2 cup canned pumpkin1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2...

This sweet, chunky cantaloupe butter gets its warm spice flavor from the cinnamon. Orange sections and lime juice give it a citrusy twist. —Mary Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina,Ingredients2 medium cantaloupes, peeled, seeded and cubed2 cups orange sections, pith and seeds removed5 cups sugar1/2 cup bottled lime juice2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1 tablespoon grated lime zest image/svg+xml Text Ingredients...

I was in a Christmas baking frenzy, trying to decide what to make next. My roommate suggested something with bananas and walnuts, so I created this recipe. Rolling the dough in brown sugar adds a nice caramel touch. —Elizabeth Smith, Arnold, Pennsylvania,Ingredients1/2 cup butter, softened4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, room...

Warm up with this spice-filled snickerdoodle drinking chocolate. Tastes just like the cookie! —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor, Culinary,Ingredients4 cups half-and-half cream2 bars (3-1/2 ounces each) 70% cacao dark chocolate, chopped2 ounces milk chocolate, chopped1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground allspiceDash saltOptional: Sweetened whipped...

This pork hominy stew, also known as pozole, is a delicious southwestern delicacy. I moved it to the slow cooker so it can simmer away on its own. The rich, brothy soup is delicious, much like a tamale in a bowl. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas,Ingredients2 cups water1 large poblano pepper, seeded and chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded...

Ingredients1 cup shortening3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1 teaspoon almond extract2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powderDash saltOptional: Assorted sprinkles and colored sugar image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsPreheat oven to 400°. In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add egg and almond extract; mix well. Combine the flour,...

Think pizza and pumpkin can’t go together? This chicken pumpkin pizza will change your mind. The sweetness of the pumpkin paired with the spice of the chipotle peppers makes for a delicious, balanced sauce. I love that this recipe incorporates healthy ingredients in a fun, family-friendly way. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland,Ingredients2 packages (7-1/2 ounces each) frozen cauliflower pizza...

The combo of watermelon and cucumber may sound unusual—it tastes anything but! Eat the salsa with chips, or serve it as a topper with hot dogs or chicken tacos for a refreshing change of pace. —Suzanne Curletto, Walnut Creek, California,Ingredients1-1/2 cups seeded chopped watermelon3/4 cup finely chopped cucumber1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1 jalapeno...

My two great-grandsons helped me create this pumpkin French toast. Each of the boys took turns prepping and offering suggestions. It's a wonderful holiday brunch dish, and it can even be made a day ahead and baked when you're ready to serve. —Barbara Estabrook, Appleton, Wisconsin,Ingredients4 bacon strips1-1/4 cups 2% milk3 large eggs1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons packed...